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Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory form of arthritis meaning it causes stiffness at night and in the morning and the symptoms improve with activity. Your care provider will look for joint tenderness and swelling as well. The joints usually affected include the PIPs and MCPs (joints where your fingers begin and the middle joints).

Patient care sites

Our faculty provide outpatient and inpatient care at the following sites:

Satellite clinics

Department faculty also support patient care at a number of satellite clinics such as the UW Medicine Heart Institute, which is located at the University of Washington Medical Center, but also has clinics and/or affiliates in Bellevue, Edmonds and Everett.

UW Neighborhood Clinics Network

UW Neighborhood Clinics Network is a network of 10 primary care clinics located throughout the greater Seattle area. The primary care physicians in Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine and OB/GYN who staff these clinics hold appointments at the University of Washington.

What does ultrasound show?

One looks for erosions and joint space narrowing as a sign that the disease is progressing. Ultrasound can also be used to “see” swelling before one can feel the swelling on examination. Ultrasound uses soundwaves to look for extra blood flow to the joint, fluid, and extra tissue in the joint. Dr.

What are the cytokines in RA?

Some of these cytokines include TNF (tumor necrosis factor) IL-1 (interleukin 1) and IL-6 (interleukin 6).

Why do my hands and feet hurt?

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder in which an immune attack against the small joints of the hands and feet occurs due to abnormal targeting of this tissue by the immune system. Those suffering from RA may first experience stiffness and pain in the hands, wrists, and feet and other joints, particularly in the morning.

What is the most important genetic risk factor for RA?

There is one HLA protein known as HLA DR4 that is found in many people with RA and makes it more likely that someone with this protein will develop the disease. The HLA protein is the most important genetic risk factor for developing RA but over 100 other genes may play a role, including one called PTPN22.

What joints are affected by RA?

The joints usually affected include the PIPs and MCPs (joints where your fingers begin and the middle joints). The DIPs (end joints) are not affected by RA for some unknown reason. Tests are available for the anti-CCP antibodies and RF and if both are present in a high level in the blood the diagnosis of RA is confirmed.

What is a rheumatologist?

A rheumatologist is uniquely qualified to help in the decision making regarding which medications might be most useful. The biologics are very expensive and generally require insurance approval. All these medications require monitoring for side effects and most require blood testing on a regular basis.

Does smoking cause RA?

Smoking can cause inflammation in the lungs that leads to activation of the immune system resulting in the formation of antibodies that cause RA, especially anti-CCP antibodies (cyclic citrullinated antibodies). Anti-CCP antibodies can be present in the circulation for many years before the development of RA.

COVID-19 Info

The third vaccine dose is only available to eligible immunocompromised patients.

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COVID-19 Info

The third vaccine dose is only available to eligible immunocompromised patients.

Patient and family centered care

At UW Medical Center, we recognize the important role that patients and families play in healthcare. As we care for patients, we honor the strengths, priorities and preferences of each patient and family and involve them in medical decisions, every step of the way.

Patients and family as advisors

Advisors are patient and family volunteers who work with UWMC care providers and staff to improve the healthcare experience for everyone. This partnership fosters the philosophy of patient and family centered care that is central to our services at UWMC.

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